Journalists from the North East are criticising the Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s actions after journalists were banned from a briefing about the EU on Monday January 3rd. Selected journalists were banned while others were invited to attend, leading to many political reporters walking out of Downing Street. Russ Ward, BBC […]
Day: 7 February 2020
New Safety Equipment At Site Of Multiple Deaths On Sunderland Riverside
New water safety equipment has been installed in Fatfield, Washington, near to where a number of people lost their lives. Sunderland City Council has invested in two new throw-line boards at Mount Pleasant Lake and Pattison South Pond, which are used to pull people out of the water. This is in […]
Watch: Call For Businesses To Launch Degree Apprenticeships in Sunderland
Sunderland businesses are being encouraged t0 develop apprenticeship schemes with the University of Sunderland as part of National Apprenticeship Week. A National Apprenticeship Week event was held at the Reg Vardy Centre on St.Peter’s campus. Following a series of presentations, the Apprenticeship Week aims to highlight the benefits and opportunities […]
Newcastle Utilita Arena cancel an upcoming appearance from controversial preacher Franklin Graham
An upcoming appearance from Franklin Graham – the eldest son of the late Billy Graham – has been cancelled by the Newcastle Utilita Arena. The arena has made the decision to cancel Mr Graham’s planned appearance – which was due to go ahead on 3 June – after a petition […]
Headway charity to hold 10-year anniversary at Stadium of Light
Headway is a UK charity that helps to improve the lives of those who suffer with brain injuries, providing support and information to the people affected, their families and their carers. The 10-year anniversary and fundraiser event is being held at the Stadium of Light for those affected in the […]
Newcastle Libraries launch new collection to support Children’s Mental Health Week
Libraries across Newcastle will celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week by stocking the new Reading Well booklist for children. The collection is made up of 33 books and is targeted towards children who are in key stage two – aged 7 – 11, and has been curated by health professionals, children, […]